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The Milner

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Makhanda with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Luxury Room 3 | Living area
The Pavilion
Lobby lounge
Hallway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May

Explore the area

Map
12 Milner Street Grahamstown, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
  • Diocesan School for Girls
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Rhodes University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Settlers Garden 1820
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Suite 2

Luxury Suite 2

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite 1

Luxury Suite 1

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Pavilion

The Pavilion

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Makhanda

At The Milner you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of St Andrew's College and Diocesan School for Girls. Highlights at this boutique B&B include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Makhanda B&B include Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and St Patrick's Catholic Church.
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What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Diocesan School for Girls - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rhodes University - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Highlander - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Major Fraser's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Botanic Gardens Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Milner

Bed & breakfast in Makhanda with outdoor pool and bar/lounge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the boutique The Milner. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Makhanda bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Milner offers 6 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Milner B&B Grahamstown
Milner B&B
Milner Grahamstown
The Milner Makhanda
The Milner Bed & breakfast
The Milner Bed & breakfast Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Milner?

Yep, The Milner has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milner?

As of 4 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milner on 5 May 2025 start from AU$228.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Milner?

The closest beach to The Milner is Kenton on Sea Beach (45 km).

Does The Milner have a pool?

The Milner has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes The Milner a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Milner.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Milner?

No, The Milner does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Milner?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Milner?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Milner Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frenando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only one words describes our stay “AMAZING “
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luyanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An oasis
This was totally unexpected in Grahamstown. The decor, facilities and service were top notch. Even the breakfast was world class. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet neigbhorhood, great breakfast, excellent amenities, clean rooms, and yes, the heated beds!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot. Great location and really nice place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything...My roo was a dream ad the service go Linda and Susana was even more better the my home.. THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very charming and comfortable place to stay. We had Room 1 which was enormous and very quiet. the quality of the furnishings was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely, peaceful morning lace to stay with friendly people and lots of privacy Surprised however that they still maintained the swimming pool and sprinkler during a real water crisis in the town. I know they have their own borehole, but it’s all the same water table.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet . Very pleasant garden and lounge. The room was clean and spacious .very good breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017